- By Ridhi Suri
- Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:05 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Virat Kohli's spectacular performance at the Wankhede Stadium, coupled with Mohammed Shami's outstanding seven-wicket haul, propelled India into the final of the ICC World Cup 2023. In a thrilling semifinal clash, India secured a 70-run victory over New Zealand. Despite Daryl Mitchell's resilient innings of 134 runs, Shami's remarkable spell led India's bowling attack, ensuring the our place in Sunday's final. Following Team India's win, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan posted on his official X account, stating, "When I don't watch, we WIN!" Subsequently, Big B received warnings on social media regarding his influence on the team's performance.
Many hilariously warned him to not watch the match on Sunday. A user wrote, "Don’t watch final match sir." Another added, "Let’s do some arrangement to lock him into a remote island on the day of World Cup final." A third comment read, "Request you to NOT TO WATCH Final Also."
T 4831 - when i don't watch we WIN !
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 15, 2023
T 4831 - when i don't watch we WIN !
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 15, 2023
About IND vs NZ
Virat Kohli's record-breaking 50th century and Shami's seven-wicket haul played crucial roles as India triumphed over New Zealand. Virat's remarkable 117, along with Shreyas Iyer's fiery 105, helped India reach the total of 397 run for four after they elected to bat first. In response, New Zealand, who had bested India in the 2019 edition at the same stage, managed 327 all out in the 49th over despite Daryl Mitchell's valiant innings of 134.
India's dominant display secured their spot in the World Cup final. This match showcased Kohli's batting prowess, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most centuries in ODIs. His century was celebrated by Tendulkar and football legend David Beckham in the stands. Shreyas Iyer's explosive knock, with four boundaries and eight sixes, added the final flourish to India's innings.
India have looked invincible so far, securing an unblemished record by clinching victories in all nine matches, even claiming a four-wicket win against the Black Caps in Dharamsala. As the World Cup journey continues, Australia and South Africa are set to meet in the second semifinal at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, with the final to be held on Sunday in Ahmedabad. India will now either face South Africa or Australia in the final on November 19.